I used sesame paste in this recipe but you can sub with creamy peanut butter (not chunky!) Chinese sesame paste is made from toasted sesame seeds, so it has a deeper flavor than tahini. I got these from 99 Ranch – hopefully you can find them at your local Asian grocery! You can also try serving this garlic sesame noodle dish with extra protein like eggs, tofu, tempeh, salmon, or teriyaki chicken.Pictured above are the EXACT noodles I used for this recipe! The wavy, bouncy texture is perfect for picking up the creamy sauce. Serve these garlic sesame noodles as a main dish or side with fresh greens and other veggies. Gluten-free garlic sesame noodles: To make this dish gluten-free, use a gluten-free noodle and swap out the soy sauce for tamari.This will give the garlic sesame noodles a more robust flavor.
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More sesame flavor: If you love the intense flavor of sesame oil and tahini, feel free to add an extra tablespoon or two of each into the sauce. 
Add shredded vegetables: Julienned or spiralized carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and other seasonal vegetables like snow peas or bok choy are a delicious way to add more nutrients and color to the dish. Add vegan protein: Cooked tofu, tempeh, or chickpeas add a dose of protein to round out these delicious sesame noodles. Turn down the spice: If you don’t enjoy spicy food, you can omit the chili flake or hot sauce to keep it non-spicy. Add a tiny bit more maple syrup to compensate for the bitter tahini taste. Make it peanut-butter-free: If you are allergic to peanuts, you can substitute the peanut butter for the same amount of tahini. Soak the noodles in hot water or boil the noodles until al dente, following the package directions. Prepare the noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. You could also use rice noodles, buckwheat noodles, ramen noodles, udon noodles, soba noodles, or even whole wheat pasta. You can also add some fresh cilantro for a touch of green.īest noodles to use: Many different types of noodles would work well in this recipe, so it really depends on what you prefer. Toppings: Garnish this noodle dish with additional green onions and sesame seeds. They’re perfect for quick dishes as they cook up quickly and add protein, fiber, iron, and vitamins to the dish. Edamame: Young soybeans have a nutty flavor and you can find them frozen in most grocery stores. Peanuts: Adds crunch and nuttiness to the dish while pairing with the flavors of the sauce. Sesame seeds: Gives the noodles an additional boost of toasted sesame flavor. Green onions: A mild onion that adds a slightly sweet flavor to the noodle dish. Uncooked noodles: You can also buy fresh Chinese noodles at Asian markets or specialty stores, or feel free to use whichever noodles you enjoy. Hot chili flakes: Chili flakes are a spicy, flavorful addition to the garlic sesame sauce if you enjoy dishes with a bit of heat. Minced garlic: It adds depth of flavor to the sauce. Fresh ginger: Adds a spicy kick to the garlic sesame sauce and complements the garlic flavor. It’s often used in Asian cooking for its subtle flavor. Rice vinegar: Slightly sweet, and acidic, it’s made from fermented rice. Peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter adds more nuttiness to the sauce, along with a hint of natural sweetness. If you find it, you can use Chinese sesame paste (darker and has more flavor since the sesame seeds are toasted). Tahini: It adds creaminess, nuttiness, and an earthy flavor to the sauce. You can substitute it with extra virgin olive oil or canola oil, but you won’t get the same depth of flavor. Sesame oil: Sesame oil is a fragrant, flavorful oil extracted from toasted sesame seeds. Maple syrup: You can also use raw brown sugar. 
It’s made from fermented soybeans, wheat, water, and salt.
Soy sauce: Soy sauce is a staple in Asian cooking. The ingredient list may look long, but this recipe is super simple and relies on ingredients that are easy to find to prepare it. Serve hot, warm, room temperature, or as cold sesame noodles. 
You can customize this main dish by tossing in your favorite stir fry vegetables or using any noodles.
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